Payroll and Safety Compliance Specialist

Payroll and Safety Compliance Specialist

FLSAClassification:EXEMPT

Reportsto:VPofHR

Salary:60k-70k

John Henry Foster MN (JHFoster) a Tavoron Companyis a leader in its industry for all the product lines it represents - automation robotic and compressed air systems. For more than 80 years the Company has been successful in promoting selling designing and bringing value-added solutions to its customers that are unsurpassed. With more than 4000 active customers in the five-state region it covers JHFOSTER has seen significant growth and is seeking an Electrical Engineer.

We promote a progressive culture by seeking opportunities for technology and searching for exceptional value. We have been dedicated since 1938 to taking care of our 400 employees and providing clients with world-class service. Join our team and make a difference.

Summary/Objective

We are seeking a Payroll&SafetyComplianceSpecialist to join our team based in Eagan MN. This role is responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll maintaining payroll accuracy and compliance supporting employee training programs overseeing benefit invoice processing and ensuring workplace safety through proactive audits and inspections.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can manage multiple priorities solve problems independently remain flexible in a fast-paced environment and approach challenges with a positive solutions-driven mindsetsomeone who when given lemons makes lemonade.

If youre motivated by variety enjoy problem-solving and want a role that blends payroll accuracy with HR support safety responsibilities and training coordination we encourage you to apply!

Key Responsibilities

PayrollAdministration

• Processbi-weeklypayrollformultiplecompaniesaccuratelyandontimeusingADPWorkforceNow(WFN).
• Audittimecardsprocessgarnishmentschildsupportpaymentsetc.
• Preparereviewandanalyzepayrollreportstoensureaccuracyandcompliance.
• Serveasthemainpointofcontactforemployeepayrollquestionsandissueresolution.
• MaintainandupdateemployeepaychangesdeductionsandtaxinformationintheHRIS.
• Setupandmaintainemployee401(k).
• Assist with the implementation of new companies / transition to WFN.

Benefits&HRSupport

• Managebenefitinvoicesincludingreconciliationaccuracychecksandcoordinationwithvendors.
• Serveasaback-upforotherHRfunctionsasneeded().
• ManageFMLAshort-termdisabilityworkerscompensationclaimsincludingreportingtrackingandcommunicationwiththird-partyadministratorsorcarriers.
• Maintain compliance with federal state and local payroll and labor regulations.

Training&Development

• Assigntrackandmonitorrequiredtrainingfornewhiresandexistingemployees.
• Partner with department leaders to ensure timely completion of training requirements.

ComplianceSafety&Engagement

• Conductregularsafetyauditsandinspectionstoensurecompliancewithcompanypoliciesandregulatorystandards.
• ParticipateintheSafetyCommitteeandEngagementCommittee.
• Supportongoingsafetyandengagementinitiativestostrengthenworkplacecultureandcontinuousimprovement.
• Collaborate with auditors for 401(k) audits.

Qualifications

• Previousexperienceprocessingpayroll is required.
• ExperiencewithADPWorkforceNow (WFN) is required.
• StrongunderstandingofpayrollfunctionstaxcomplianceandHRISupdates.
• Experiencemanagingbenefitinvoicesand/orbenefitsadministrationpreferred.
• Excellentorganizationalskillswiththeabilitytoprioritizeandmanagemultipletasks.
• Stronganalyticaltroubleshootingandproblem-solvingskills.
• Highattentiontodetailandaccuracy.
• Effectivecommunicationandinterpersonalskills.
• Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment.

PreferredSkills&Experience

• Experiencemanagingworkerscompensationclaims.
• Experienceinsafetyprogramscomplianceactivitiesorsafetyaudits.
• FamiliaritywithemployeetrainingsystemsorLMSplatforms.
• Generalist-level HR experience or cross-functional exposure.

Supervisoryresponsibilities

None

Travelrequired

None

Physical Demands.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Whyworkforus

• Webelieveinpeople..
• Weareinnovative..
• Wehaveapassionforexcellence. We focus on providing the best customer service as a company to our customers. We offer a competitive salary and benefit package including medical dental and a 401(k) program. If youre looking for a place to build your skills you will find it in a career with us.

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The company does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race color religion sex national origin ancestry age physical or mental disability medical condition including genetic characteristics pregnancy sexual orientation marital status familial status veteran status status regarding public assistance membership or activity in a local commission or citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law.